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Question
Based on the text enact your own version of the play. Work in pairs.
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Solution
Directions:
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Divide yourself into groups of three students each.
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Read the play.
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Understand the plot and theme of the play.
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Analyse the characters in the play.
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Decide who would play a whose role.
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Understand and learn your dialogues.
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Rehearse your dialogues.
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Enact the play.
(Directions have been provided for students’ benefit. It is strongly recommended that students prepare the answer on their own.)
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